The inaugural AFC Women's Champions League will kick off on October 3, 2024, marking a historic moment for women's football in Asia.
Twelve top teams from across Asia will compete in the group stage, vying to be crowned the first-ever champions of this prestigious tournament.
Tournament Format
- Group Stage: October 3-12, 2024
- 3 groups of 4 teams each
- Centralized league format
- Knockout Stage:
- Quarter-finals: March 22-23, 2025
- Semi-finals and Final: May 21-24, 2025 (centralized format)
Group Stage Overview
Group A (Wuhan, China PR)
- Wuhan Jiangda Women's FC (China PR)
- Abu Dhabi Country Club (UAE)
- Hyundai Steel Red Angels Women's FC (Korea Republic)
- Sabah FA (Malaysia)
Group B (Pathum Thani, Thailand)
- Melbourne City FC (Australia)
- Bam Khatoon FC (IR Iran)
- Kaya FC-Iloilo (Philippines)
- College of Asian Scholars (Thailand)
Group C (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam)
- Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies (Japan)
- Odisha FC (India)
- Ho Chi Minh City Women's FC (Vietnam)
- Taichung Blue Whale Women's Football Team (Chinese Taipei)
Key Matches to Watch
1. Wuhan Jiangda vs Abu Dhabi Country Club (Oct 3, 4pm): Opening match featuring the hosts against the UAE champions.
2. Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies vs Odisha FC (Oct 6, 3pm): Defending AFC Women's Club Championship winners face Indian league champions.
3. Melbourne City FC vs Bam Khatoon FC (Oct 6, 4pm): A-League Women Premiers take on the experienced Iranian side.
Teams to Watch
1. Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies: Defending AFC Women's Club Championship winners aiming for back-to-back continental titles.
2. Wuhan Jiangda Women's FC: Four-time Chinese league champions and tournament hosts.
3. Hyundai Steel Red Angels Women's FC: Eleven-time Korean league champions with previous continental experience.
Prize Money
The champions can expect to receive at least USD 1.3 million in prize money, highlighting the growing investment in women's football in Asia.
This inaugural AFC Women's Champions League promises to showcase the best of Asian women's football, with top clubs from across the continent competing for continental glory. The tournament represents a significant step forward for the women's game in Asia and is set to captivate football fans throughout the region.
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